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Job description

THE EMPLOYER IS: THE RESOURCE CENTRE DERRY The Adult Daycare Assistant supports the daily care and wellbeing of adults who attend the facility. The role involves helping participants with activities, social engagement, and basic personal needs while creating a safe, welcoming, and inclusive environment. This position suits someone patient, compassionate, and committed to enhancing the quality of life for adults who require daytime support.

Responsibilities

• To work as part of a team within the Day Care unit.
• To work with the Community Care Team in the transfer of Service Users to and from the centre.
• To establish good working relationships with colleagues and Service Users.
• To work as a committed member of the team towards the attainment of the Resource Centre Derry’s aims and objectives.
• To observe strictly all Health & Safety regulations.
• To undertake any other duties deemed necessary by Registered Care Manager.
• The Resource Centre Derry may assign reasonably related additional duties to individual employees consistent with policy and agreements.

Skills and Qualifications

Essential Skills

• Maths and English Grades A-D.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
• Willing and able to help people who require assistance.
• Ability to follow instructions well.
• Understands and supports the aims of the organisation.
• Willingness to learn.
• Flexibility to undertake the various requirements of the role.
• Demonstrates commitment (punctual and attends agreed hours).

Desirable Skills

• Current NISCC registration or show willingness to apply.
• Level 2 Health and Social Care or Working towards Level 2 or Willingness to complete level 2 training.

Further Information

The Employer is: THE RESOURCE CENTRE DERRY JobStart Opportunity - Working Hours Information - Standard Hours: up to 25 hours per week. - Flexible/Reduced Hours: May be available upon approval by a Work Coach. - Additional Hours: The employer may offer extra hours depending on availability. This should be discussed directly with the employer before starting employment. The job advert may end before the closing date if requested by the employer. Location: The Resource Centre Derry, Carnhill, Racecourse Road.

Application Information

JOBSTART IS OPEN TO WORKING AGE BENEFIT CLAIMANTS WHO ARE DEEMED ELIGIBLE BY A WORK COACH. If you are on Universal Credit, please contact your Work Coach via your Journal. If you are in receipt of any other working age benefit, please contact your local Jobs & Benefits Office on 0800 001 5782.